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Professor Ming-sho Ho is a distinguished scholar in the Department of Sociology at National Taiwan University's College of Social Sciences, specializing in social movements, political sociology, labor sociology, and environmental sociology. With a Ph.D. from National Taiwan University (2000) and extensive academic experience including positions at National Sun Yat-sen University and Nanhua University, he has established himself as a leading authority on social movements in Taiwan and East Asia.
- National Taiwan University (2009-present)
- National Sun Yat-sen University (2008-2009)
- University of Nanhua (2001-2008)
Professor Ho's research interests span social movements, political sociology, labor sociology, and environmental sociology, with particular focus on Taiwan's democratization process, labor movements, and comparative studies of social movements across East Asia. His work often examines the relationship between civil society and state institutions, with special attention to Taiwan's unique political context and its relationship with mainland China.
His publication record reveals a consistent scholarly trajectory examining social movements in Taiwan, with increasing attention to comparative perspectives, particularly with Hong Kong. His recent work shows a sophisticated integration of theoretical frameworks with empirical research on protest movements, labor issues, and environmental activism. The thematic evolution demonstrates growing international recognition of his expertise, with increasing publications in English-language journals and presses that reach global scholarly audiences.
- Academia Sinica Humanities and Social Sciences Academic Book Award (2019)
- Harvard-Yenching Institute Visiting Scholar Fellowship (2018-2019)
- Outstanding Research Award from Ministry of Science and Technology (2015, 2020)
- National Science Council Wu Dayou Memorial Award (2008)
- Fulbright Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2004-2005)
Professor Ho has directed numerous research projects funded by Taiwan's Ministry of Science and Technology, focusing on social movements, labor issues, and environmental politics. He has served in various editorial capacities including on the editorial board of China Quarterly and as Associate Editorial Board member of International Journal of Taiwan Studies. His professional service extends to leadership roles in the Taiwan Sociological Association and advisory positions with government agencies focused on social science research and education policy.
He maintains active research collaborations through positions such as Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the China Policy Centre, University of Nottingham, and through his involvement with the Carnegie Foundation for International Peace Civic Research Network. His work bridges academic research with practical policy considerations, particularly regarding civil society development and democratic consolidation in Taiwan.
